What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graduate Nurse position at Windsor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of Bastrop?
Starting your nursing career is an important first step, and the Graduate Nurse role provides an opportunity to build a strong foundation while making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Working under the guidance and supervision of experienced nursing professionals, the Graduate Nurse gains hands-on experience in assessment, clinical decision-making, medication administration, documentation, care planning, and communication while developing the confidence and skills needed to grow as a professional nurse.
As a Graduate Nurse, you will become an important member of the interdisciplinary care team and play a meaningful role in providing safe, compassionate, person-centered care. You will have opportunities to learn from experienced nurses, work closely with residents and their families, collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals, and develop your ability to recognize and respond to changes in a resident’s condition.
Our team members are dedicated professionals who bring heart, integrity, and commitment to improving quality of life every day. At Wellsential Health, we believe caring for our team is just as important as caring for our residents. When our team members feel supported, valued, and well cared for, they can provide the highest level of care in return. If you’re looking for meaningful work where you can make a lasting impact, Wellsential Health is the place to grow your career and serve with purpose.
- During rounds, observes, assesses, documents, and reports resident condition/changes
- Assures implementation of care plans as directed
- Administers medications as prescribed
- Conduct rounds with physician and record visits in clinical records
- Perform narcotic reconciliation with incoming and outgoing shifts
- Identify significant changes in the condition of residents and take necessary action per facility policies and procedures
- Oversee and monitor aides
- Initiate and complete Incident and Accident Reports per facility policy
- Discharge residents per facility policy
- Must complete Nursing Assessment for Physician Calls prior to calling physician on any change in resident condition
- Communicate with resident's point of contact when they ask for a status update or if there is a change in condition
- Other special projects or functions can be assigned at times by the Director of Nursing and/or the Administrator
Educational/Training Requirements
- Has completed a RN program at an accredited vocational school or college.
- Must be working toward testing for a RegisteredNurse license in the state of Texas.
Experience Requirements
- Experience working in a skilled nursing facility is preferred.
Physical Job Requirements:
Lifting 1–50 lbs - Frequent
Lifting 50 lbs - Occasionally
Carrying 1–25 lbs - Frequent
Carrying 25–50 lbs - Occasionally
Pushing / Pulling 1–50 lbs - Frequent
Pushing / Pulling 50 lbs - Occasionally
Sliding / Transferring 1–50 lbs - Frequent
Sliding /Transferring 50 lbs - Occasionally
Standing / Walking - Frequently
Sitting / Balancing / Crouching / Crawling - Rarely
Speaking / Hearing / Seeing - Frequently
Stooping / Kneeling - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Turning / Twisting / Leaning - Occasionally
Driving - Rarely
Regency Integrated Health Services, Wellsential Health, Senior Solutions Pharmacy, Nurse Practitioner Services of Texas, and Texas Independent Health Care Plan are all an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability status, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment decisions are based on legitimate, non-discriminatory criteria.
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time OffSalary : $59,722 - $78,361